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In case of longitudinal waves, the particles of medium vibrate

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in the direction of wave propagation
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opposite to the direction of wave propagation
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at right angles to the direction of wave propagation
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none of the above
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Solution

The correct option is B in the direction of wave propagation
Longitudinal waves, also known as l-waves, are waves in which the displacement of the medium is in the same direction as the direction of travel of the wave. Longitudinal waves are also called compressional waves or compression waves, because they produce compression and rarefaction when traveling through a medium.

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